Transforming Data with MongoDB: Jesse Hall on Document and Vector Databases

Modern Web

Hosts Tracy Lee and Rob Ocel talk with Jesse Hall, Staff Developer Advocate at MongoDB, about the future of databases, web frameworks, and the evolving role of developers. They explore how MongoDB's latest release is transforming data storage and access patterns, the mindset shift required for adopting document databases, and the rise of vector databases. The conversation also covers the current state of frontend frameworks like Svelte, Next.js, and Angular, and how AI and low-code tools are reshaping the developer landscape. Whether you're a database enthusiast or a web development pro, this episode offers valuable insights into the technologies shaping the industry.

00:00 - Intro and Setting the Scene

02:30 - Behind the Scenes at All Things Open

04:00 - The Evolution of Databases

08:00 - Understanding Document Databases

10:45 - Vector Databases and AI Integration

14:00 - Frontend Frameworks: The State of the Ecosystem

18:30 - Collaboration Across Frameworks

22:00 - AI and the Future of Development

26:00 - The Future of Server-Side Rendering

29:00 - Closing Thoughts and Resources

30:00 - Outro

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